Herson P.

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I am so great full for Jason Berry. I had no heat, he came out to me diagnosed and temporarily fixed the problem, until the part comes in. Jason Berry is very friendly with a grate since of humor. We will be hiring him to do our seasonal Pre-maintenance on our HVAC system.
He even took care of my Neighbors unite at no extra cost... 5 star service.
Thank you Jason Berry

Cameron O.

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Jerome was great! He his communication and quick responses were greatly appreciated. His quality of work was tremendous and he will be the first person I call next time I need an installation, repair, or any home maintenance questions. Clean and efficient job while installing a TV mount in my place and made sure we were satisfied with the results. Jerome was very personable and enjoyed having him install the TV wall mount.

Vanessa R.

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Upon submitting my request for an installer I received a message from Mr. Glass offering his services at a very reasonable rate. I contacted Mr. Glass by phone to discuss what I would actually like installed. He was very professional, knowledgeable and attentive in assisting me. I asked about where I can get the best rates on my wall mounts, to my surprise he went as far as to offer to order the items I needed for my television wall mounts. Before my appointment I reached out yet again to Mr. Glass regarding the maintenance of the wires after the install, I didn't want dangling wires. Mr. glass again offered to order the equipment needed to be brought on the day of my appointment. Both times the cost of the items he offered to order were amazingly reasonable. Mr. glass showed up promptly for our scheduled appointment. I had just moved in the day before and was not yet organized but Mr. Glass did not let this affect his work performance he kindly maneuvered stepping over/moving items so that he could complete the job. Considering his working conditions with my move he did a FANTASTIC job!!! I am 100% satisfied with my install (s). Thanks again Mr. Glass!

Thumbtack Customer

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Sam is one the best technicians we know! He is punctual and very professional. Gave us very good advice on heating and cooling system maintenance. Highly recommended. And we continue to use his services. Great work Sam - thanks!

Mayleen A.

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James is awesome guy. Very prompt, friendly, helpful courteous and a wonderful guy. I love him. He is very knowledgeable. When the job was looking difficult because of the age of Property, James figured out how to solve the problem and even the Chandelier seem to be complicated he studied it and worked out the solution very quickly. I would recommend anyone and everyone to this amazing new friend I made. He is my all time maintenance and handyman. I nearly forget this one, very organized, beat and clean. Thanks to thumbtack again and thank you God for sending James.

John L.

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Martin came to my rental property to address several maintenance items. His pricing was very fair and he was very timely with his work. His communication was excellent throughout the process and my tenants raved about how nice he was as well as his workmanship. Job well done and I will be using him for another project next week as a matter of fact.

Paul L.

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Kenneth was absolutely amazing. He was extremely communicative from the start and throughout the entire process. He was punctual, professional, insightful, and very nice. He worked on a couple home maintenance projects and helped us assess some other projects for further down the road. He showed up on time (he even said he could be early if need be!) and had all materials with him. I will absolutely hire him again and no one should hesitate to. Thanks, Kenneth!

Clinton H.

Thumbtack Customer

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This was the easiest service/repair we have ever had. I called, Payless, Todd called me back. He set up a day/time, but then due to weather issues he called me and said he'd be at my house in an hour.
They came, cleaned the gutters, did a great job and it was done in a very short time. I would totally recommend them. I had a horrific experience with another gutter company and am so happy that I found Payless.

Harriet H.

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I can't say enough positive things about working with Kezo Maintenance Management. Every thing that was done was thought out carefully and done precisely. Mr. Caeran has many talents and I would recommend him for any job. In addition to his numerous skills he is a very nice person. I couldn't ask for more.

Lubna L.

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Anthony was very responsive and helped me patch up some cracks in a tenants ceiling. He agreed to come back and finish up the sanding process and kept to his word. My only challenge was that Anthony doesn’t have a car which made it difficult to coordinate picking up materials (since I also don’t have a car). Outside of that I would work with Anthony on other fixes and maintenance requirements for my rental property!

Sue B.

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Scott and crew did a great job with our spring clean up of the front and back yard. They came in and did the job in a couple of days. Scott kept in contact with me throughout the project and to got the job done within budget. Great job guys! Look forward to continuing the summer/fall lawn maintenance with you also!

Mme. P.

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I recently hired Always Moving Property Maintenance Services to carry out a small moving job for me in my home. Not only were they prompt in their response to my inquiry for a quote, they showed up when they promised and delivered the services I had asked for within the hour. I would highly recommend them to anyone seeking honest and reliable movers. Hands down!

Virginia M.

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Lazaro did a great job on my 2 chimneys that badly needed repair and maintenance work. He worked quickly and cleanly. He showed me before and after pics and explained to me how to take care of the chimneys in the future.

BERNADETTE S.

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Ricardo was very professional. He reached out to confirm the day before the scheduled appointment. He arrived earlier than the time agreed and immediately went to work. We had a very dusty attic along with some leftover junk from the previous owners. Ricardo moved our things out of the way first so that he could clean properly. He worked methodically and has a pleasing demeanor. He is clearly a hard worker who aims to leave his clients happy. I hope to avail of his other services in the near future. Thank you very much for a job well done. You made it look so easy!

Ayesha D.

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We hired Mura Construction and Maintenance for our renovations. As first time home buyers, taking on a huge renovation project, we were very nervous. However, Carlos and Lewis did not only put us at ease but also made this experience fun! They are honest, timely, trustworthy and have excellent foresight of what may be needed in future. We have found our renvo guys!!! Thanks Mura Construction. (Lewis and Carlos)

Julie A.

Antonio Sr. was able to do some troubleshooting regarding issues and explained and made repairs.

Q & A

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Thumbtack.

What does a property management company do?

Property management companies manage the rental of residential homes, apartments, condos, commercial spaces and retail spaces. Property managers can oversee just a single unit or many properties, whether those sites are inhabited full-time or are vacation rentals. A property management company helps a property owner or landlord find tenants; collects rent; takes care of accounting, property maintenance and repairs; handles on-site management; and manages vacation rental check-in and checkout tasks. Although many property owners or landlords successfully manage their own rental real estate, a property management company can help you handle tenant issues and maintenance problems, especially if you are not located in the same city or state. Most property management companies deal with tenants directly, and their tasks include:

Marketing the rental property

Collecting rent

Handling repair problems

Responding to tenant complaints

Evicting tenants

A property management company may be a good choice for property owners who have several investment properties, live far away from the rental property, or don’t have time for hands-on management.

How do you find a good handyman?

Finding a good handyman can change your life. Within days, the endless list of insurmountable tasks that were either out of your skill range or impossible to fit into your busy schedule can be completed. If you know you want help but aren’t sure how to hire the right pro, ask these questions to find the right fit:

What is your work experience? If you are putting in a tile backsplash, you want someone experienced with the task, not someone who generally does painting and junk removal.

How much do you charge? Handymen often charge hourly rates that vary based on the complexity of the task they’re hired to do, as well as flat rates for standard jobs. Be clear about what they’ll charge before you hire them.

On that note, discuss payment details. It’s wise not to pay all the money up front, especially for larger projects. You may be able to pay a deposit for materials and pay the remainder upon project completion.

How long will the job take you to complete? If the handyman is as busy as you are and a fence repair is going to take months, you should probably find another qualified handyman for the job.

Read client reviews and follow up with references to make sure you’re choosing the right handyman for your projects. For more, check out our tips for smart hiring on Thumbtack.

What does a handyman do?

A handyman is a skilled laborer who provides basic home repairs. Anyone can call themselves a handyman, although most who do so are skilled with repairs and home projects. Reading reviews is a good way to determine their fitness for your job. The tasks a handyman can perform include assembling furniture, painting interiors and exteriors, repairing fences, repairing broken doors or replacing trim, hanging lights, hooking up appliances, and much more. Handymen may have flat fees for certain services, or charge an hourly rate. Handyman rates are often lower than those of a contractor, as they don’t have the same specialization. Some states have no limit on the work a handyman can perform, while others do. For example, California’s Building and Professions Code section 7048 (small operations) permits handymen to provide work similar to that of a contractor (floor installation, painting, etc.) provided the total cost of labor and materials does not exceed $500. A handyman is a great resource for minor home repairs at a lower cost than a licensed contractor, but for more complex projects, it pays to hire a specialized contractor. Fore more, check out our tips for smart hiring on Thumbtack.

Why is property management important?

A property management company can be a landlord’s greatest asset. As a neutral third party, the property manager handles the day-to-day operations of a real estate investment, from a single vacation home to a large apartment building or several rental properties. A property management company can be especially helpful to landlords who own several units and can’t manage each of them individually, or those who live too far from their investment properties to meet with renters and oversee maintenance. Property management is particularly important if your rentals are part of an affordable housing program. To receive financial assistance from the government, the landlord must comply with a complicated set of rules; property management companies should have both experience and expertise in complying with the rules specific to each housing program.

How much does a handyman charge?

The national average rate for handyman jobs is $90-$160. A handyman performs general maintenance and repairs for residential and commercial properties. A handyman may charge a flat fee for standard services that take a predictable amount of time, such as installing a new appliance, as well as an hourly rate for larger projects such as digging out and replacing a rotted fence post. A cost-saving strategy when hiring a handyman is to bundle all the tasks you want them to do into one visit to make the most of any minimum service fee. Hourly rates for a handyman can average $50-$100 per hour. Pricing will depend on skill and experience required for the job, as well as regional labor rates. Here are a few examples of average handyman flat rates.